2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1978 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1978 Maserati Quattroporte. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 368 kg more than 1978 Maserati Quattroporte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 1978 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Ram | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2810 mm |
